Warning: Spoilers ahead for “Empire of Death.”
“Empire of Death” serves as a fitting conclusion to Russell T. Davies’ series, filled with grandeur and complexity, yet deliberately leaving loose ends untied. The episode meanders through various plot points before culminating in a visually stunning but somewhat shallow climax. Davies’ true focus lies in the aftermath, particularly in the fleeting moment when Ruby Sunday enjoys a simple cup of coffee.
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In the final moments of “The Legend of Ruby Sunday,” the Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) and Mel (Bonnie Langford) confront Sutekh’s menacing minion, Susan Twist. Sutekh unleashes a deadly dust cloud that disintegrates anyone it touches. The Doctor and Mel escape on Mel’s scooter in a thrilling chase that likely consumed a significant portion of the episode’s production budget.
Returning to UNIT HQ, the duo prepares to reunite with Ruby…
2024-06-21 19:45:16
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